Refreshment towel and applied solution

ABSTRACT

A refreshment towel with applied solution is an apparatus consisting of a carrying agent, most likely a high quality cotton towel or towelette, that has been saturated with an aqueous solution comprised of various ingredients. The resulting saturated towel can be rubbed on a user&#39;s skin such that the aqueous solution that has been absorbed by the towel is transferred. The aqueous solution is compounded specifically to provide cooling, insect repellant, sun protection, freshness, cleansing and other uses. More specifically, the aqueous solution is specially formulated so that desired sensory results take place when the towel comes in contact with the skin.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is being filed under 35 USC 111 and 37 CFR 1.53(b) andclaims the benefit of the filing date of the United States ProvisionalApplication for patent that was filed on Sep. 11, 2007 and assigned Ser.No. 60/971,436

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

It's hot, dang hot! Africa hot! Tarzan couldn't take this kind of heat!This paraphrase of probably the only memorable quote from the movieBiloxi Blues needs no explanation, especially if you have ever tried toaccomplish anything outdoors in a southern state in the middle of thesummer heat. We have all experienced moments where this quote could beused. Whether on the golf course, sitting in a baseball stadium, sittingon the sidelines while your child is playing soccer, mowing the grass,an outdoor wedding, changing a flat tire, or the like, there are justtimes that are almost unbearable.

However, if you are an outdoors type of person and you refuse to beimprisoned in your nice air-conditioned home by the summer heat, youmost likely have had, and will have, moments when you simply need somerelief. People have found themselves in these situations time and timeagain. Hence, a typical scene in western movies is a sweat drenched,dusty cowboy dunking his head into the horse trough to cool down. Thismay seem like a refreshing step but, if you have ever raised horses, youwill appreciate that a horse trough is certainly no place to be stickingyour head. In fact, choosing between the options of a heat stroke orsticking your face into the slimy, grime that floats around in a horsetrough is a tough call.

Other, less dramatic techniques have also been employed such as, seekingthe shade of a tree, building a fan by folding a piece of paper, puttinga cold beverage to your forehead, running through the water sprinklers,retreating to an air-conditioned room, stepping in front of a fan, orwetting a towel to put over the back of your neck.

The human body also has its own solution—sweat glands (or if you are alady, glow glands). It is well known that as a liquid evaporates, ithelps to eradicate heat. This is the purpose of your sweat—it helps tokeep your body cool. As sweat evaporates from the surface of your skin,excess heat is removed and as a result, you are cooled. This phenomenonis based on the principle in physics which basically states that acertain amount of heat needs to be applied to a liquid in order for thatliquid to evaporate—pass from a liquid form to a vaporous or gaseousform. This amount of heat is referred to as the heat of vaporization.The basis of this principle is that as the heat energy increases thespeed of the water molecules also increase. Once the speed of the watermolecules reaches a certain speed, they can escape into the air. Theheat energy for this process is provided by your body. Thus, the heatused to evaporate sweat is then used up which in turn operates to coolyour body down.

This all works quite well in a nice dry environment, however, when youare in a highly humid environment, things begin to break down. First ofall, the air in a highly humid environment is already near saturationand thus, cannot absorb much additional water vapor. Thus, the sweatcannot evaporate and you remain hot, and now, a sweaty mess.

The troubles one finds in the heat of the summer don't stop there. Firstof all, as bacteria on your skin mixes with your sweat, you begin toemit noxious odors. Furthermore, the bugs and insects that once wouldhit and bounce off of you now have a tendency to hit and stick.

Trying to stay in such conditions is not only a matter of comfort. Assalt and sodium exits your body in your sweat, you can quickly dehydratewhich can lead to circulatory problems and heat stroke. It is importantto ensure that you do not overheat, especially in hot humidenvironments. Thus, there is a need in the art for a device to assist inthe cooling down of an individual.

Because many of the activities that occur outside are athletic innature, it is not convenient to carry around products typicallynecessary to help a person stay cool, such as fans, ice, etc. Thus,there is a need in the art for a device that is compact, easy to carryand assists in the cooling down of an individual. Further, corporate andpromotional events are often centered around outdoor activities such asa golf tournament, a concert, or a resort. Consequently, there is a needfor corporate sponsors to offer their invitees an inexpensive, sanitary,and convenient way to cool off, repel insects, and stay productive whilecapitalizing on the opportunity to build and enhance brand awarenessthrough a simultaneous dissemination of a trademark, banner, or logo.

Other issues that arise in the summer outdoors can also be a nuisance.For instance, if you go too far south in the state of Georgia, you crossthe well known Gnat Line. Below the Gnat Line one is constantly attackedby what some refer to as the Confederate Air Force designed to keep theYankees away. The fact of the matter is, however, that in the southernstates, insects are more prevalent. And to further exasperate matters,most insects, especially gnats, are attracted to moisture. As a result,your sweaty face gets bombarded by a host of gnats. It would be of greatbenefit to have a device that not only cools a person down but that alsocould help to alleviate the nuisance from insects. Moreover, while gnatsare truly annoying, a device with an insect repellant property is evenmore desirable when one considers the need to keep more sinister insectsat bay, such as mosquitoes, which are prone to carrying and transmittingdisease.

In addition, as the world gets educated on the dangers of exposing yourskin to the ultraviolet light of the sun, products with an associatedSun Protection Factor (SPF) have grown in popularity. Applying SPF ratedproducts to the skin is imperative if you are working outdoors and proneto getting sunburns. Thus, it would be beneficial for a cooling deviceto also provide the application of an SPF rated product to the skin.

Part of feeling refreshed obviously includes smelling fresh. Thus, itwould be beneficial for a cooling device to also provide a fresh scentto an individual.

Also, because many people have skin prone to drying and cracking, itwould be beneficial for a cooling device to provide a means of skinrehydrating and softening.

The various embodiments, features and aspects of the present invention,either by themselves or in conjunction with each other, address each ofthese needs in the art, as well as other needs in the art as describedherein.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

A refreshment towel with applied solution is an apparatus consisting ofa carrying agent, most likely a high quality cotton towel or towelette,that has been saturated with an aqueous solution comprised of variousingredients. The resulting saturated towel can be rubbed on a user'sskin such that the aqueous solution that has been absorbed by the towelis transferred. The aqueous solution is specially formulated so thatdesired sensory results take place when the towel comes in contact withthe skin. One aspect of embodiments of the present invention is theaqueous solution, or the specific combinations thereof.

In a preferred embodiment, the specially formulated aqueous solutioncontains, among other ingredients, a concentration of menthol andalcohol. The presence of the menthol and alcohol creates a coolingsensation to the user when it is applied to the skin. Additionally,menthol and alcohol are well documented as sterilization agents havinganti-bacterial properties. Advantageously, a towel soaked in such asolution provides a means of cooling off without having to douse oneselfwith water, go inside where the air is conditioned, or just shedclothes. Further, the optional inclusion of essential oils andadditives, in addition to the menthol and alcohol, can offer additionaldesirable properties such as sanitation, skin softening andmoisturizing, fragrance, invigoration, alertness, relaxation, etc.

Moreover, a quality towel can be weaved, stitched or embroidered toinclude a logo or other similar decorative items for the purpose ofmarketing and promotional giveaways. Additionally, embodiments of theinvention can be easily packaged and stored until ready for use, afterwhich the remainder is a useful towel or cloth product suited foreveryday use.

The uses for the various embodiments of the present invention arevirtually limitless and quite varied. Almost universally, anybody inneed of physically cooling off can make use of an embodiment of thepresent invention. Whether a person is just passing the time sitting onthe back porch during a hot, balmy summer night, or dug in deep in afoxhole somewhere in the blistering Middle East while serving this greatcountry, the present invention affords a convenient, compact, safe andsanitary way to get some relief from the heat, improve hygiene, or stayalert. Women suffering from “hot flashes” or in the throws of labor,hospital patients in need of physical comfort, missionaries spreadingthe Gospel in the hot, remote, bug infested corners of the earth,government workers and volunteers working to rebuild disaster areas, menand women of the armed forces exposed to the elements while selflesslydefending our freedom, all can benefit from various embodiments of thepresent invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a three dimensional block diagram intended to represent anexploded view of the components making up an exemplary embodiment of thepresent invention.

FIG. 2 is a block flow chart diagram depicting an exemplary method ofmanufacture for a typical embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention, as well as features and aspects thereof, isdirected towards providing a towel, or towelette, that is moistened witha solution which when applied to the body, can help to cool the body,warm the body, refresh the body and provide other beneficial effects aswell.

In general, embodiments of the present invention operate to help asubject, such as a person or animal, to stay cool, alert, relaxed,refreshed, and free from, or at least less bothered by, the pesteringand biting of insects. In addition, some embodiments of the presentinvention can be used as promotional items for organizations andbusinesses to build brand awareness and loyalty by putting theircustomized logo on the embodiments of the invention, or the packagingthereof, and giving them away after different events and asgifts-awards. Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention have theadded benefit of being suitable for other purposes after providingrefreshment and cooling to the subject.

More specifically, an exemplary embodiment of the present invention isin the form of a towel or other form of cloth that is soaked in anatural solution. The natural solution includes various ingredients tomeet various needs or alleviate various problems. For instance, oneembodiment of the present invention may include a carrying agent that iscloth-like in nature and fabricated from natural fibers including, butnot limited to, 100% cotton, bamboo fabric, or even a nonwoven material,and saturated or moistened with a specially formulated aqueous solutioncontaining natural products. It should be appreciated that one skilledin the art may choose any material capable of absorbing the aqueoussolution, for the purpose of acting as a carrying agent. Once the cloth,or carrying agent, has been saturated with the aforementioned solution,the solution can be applied to a user by simply rubbing the cloth on theskin. Depending on the particular formulation of the aqueous solution,application to the user's skin can operate to perform one or more of thefunctions in the following non-limiting list:

-   -   removing heat calories from the body;    -   cooling the body down;    -   providing a refreshing feeling;    -   soothing a person;    -   helping to awaken or keep a person alert;    -   opening skin pores to enable the body to breathe better and cool        more quickly;    -   preventing insects from biting and pestering;    -   moisturizing the skin so that it does not dry out;    -   leaving a fresh scent;    -   cleaning body parts; and/or    -   sanitizing body parts or surfaces.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention employ cotton towels asthe carrying agent for the specially formulated aqueous solution. Cottonis a desirable natural fiber for use as the carrying agent because it isreadily attainable, all natural, hypoallergenic, absorbent andrecyclable. Further, a cotton carrying agent can be kept cool, cold, orfrozen. It holds an aqueous solution extremely well and has long termholding ability without degradation. Further, a cotton carrying agent,such as a towel, potentially has long term appeal for usability by anend user as it may be employed for other uses once the aqueous solutionit carries has been exhausted. Alternative uses for the towel after itsinitial purpose is a benefit for such a product when used forpromotional purposes. For instance, the towel could be used as a golftowel, a wash cloth, dry towel, etc. Thus, it should be clear thatembodiments that use a quality towel actually provide a dual use.

As an alternative to cotton, bamboo fiber is used as a carrying agent insome embodiments of the present invention. One aspect of the presentinvention when using bamboo fiber as a carrying agent is the addedbenefit of enhanced absorption capacity. Bamboo has on the order of fourtimes the absorption capacity of cotton and, therefore, is capable ofcarrying larger quantities of the aqueous solution. Consequently, acarrying agent made of bamboo fiber performs longer for its intendedpurpose as a carrying agent of the aqueous solution. Further, benefitsof bamboo fiber as a carrying agent include the aspect that bamboo fiberhas natural anti-bacterial agents useful for sanitation purposes. Also,bamboo affords a user natural UV protection. Advantageously, it issofter than cotton and is comparable in feel to cashmere or silk. Inaddition, similar to cotton, bamboo is environmentally friendly and arenewable resource. It can be kept cool or frozen. It holds an aqueoussolution very well and has long term holding power without degradation.Finally, like cotton, a carrying agent made of bamboo fiber has longterm appeal for usability by the end user.

A towel made from natural fibers is the preferred carrying agent for aspecially formulated aqueous solution that, when applied to an end user,can operate to impart a desirable sensation or condition. It should benoted that the present invention is not limited to the particularcarrying agent, although the particular carrying agent may be considerednovel in and of itself. For instance, the carrying agent may eveninclude a nonwoven material, a squeeze bottle, a roll-on type bottle, amoisture stick delivery system such as a deodorant stick, or a spray-onbottle.

One aspect of embodiments of the present invention is the essential oilsand liquid mixture, herein called a specially formulated aqueoussolution, coupled with a convenient delivery system, that benefit theuser wishing to transfer or apply a solution to the skin.

The present invention makes use of a standard foundational mixture fromwhich various embodiments of the specially formulated aqueous solutionmay be achieved based on subsequent additions of essential oils andother ingredients. The foundational mixture common to most embodimentsof the specially formulated aqueous solution is comprised of thefollowing ingredients:

-   -   Purified Water 70% to 95%    -   Polysorbate 20 (CAS # 9005-64-5) as solubiliser from 3% to        0.005%    -   L-Menthol (CAS # 89-78-1) as cooling agent from 4% to 0.005%    -   Ethyl Alcohol (CAS # 64-17-5) as solubiliser/cooling agent from        3% to 0.005%    -   Isopropyl Alcohol (CAS # 200-661-7) as Denaturant for ethyl        alcohol from 3% to 0.005%    -   Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycedires (CAS # 127281-18-9)        Co-Solubiliser 1.5% to 0.005%    -   Glycerine (CAS # 56-81-5) Moisturizer 3% to 0.005%    -   Phenagon PDI (Phenoxyethanol+DMDM Hydantoin+Todoprophyl        Butylcarbamat) Preservative 2.5% to 0.002% Or    -   Phenonip        (Phenoxyethanol+Methylparabens+Ethylparabens+Prophylparabens+Butylparabens)        Preservative 3% to 0.002%

The variations in percent concentrations for the ingredients of thefoundational mixture to the aqueous solution are necessary toaccommodate choices of subsequent custom additions and carrying agentcharacteristics. Advantageously, one ingredient of the foundationalmixture is a natural moisturizer, glycerine, and serves to offsetpossible drying effects stemming from the presence of alcohols andmenthols used to create cooling sensations or alleviate bacteria.Further, another standard ingredient found in the foundational mixtureof the aqueous solution that is a component of the present invention, isa preservative used, advantageously, to give the invention a minimum twoyear shelf life when stored per the manufacturer's instructions.

Once the foundational mixture has been formulated, additionalingredients are added in order to concoct an aqueous solution designedto deliver specific sensations to an end user. An exemplary formula ofthese subsequent additions to the foundational mixture includes thefollowing elements:

-   -   Lemon Grass Oil (CAS # 8007-02-1) Essential oil (insect        repellant, and refreshing) 5% to 0.005%    -   Citronella Oil (CAS # 8000-29-1) Essential oil (insect        repellant, and refreshing) 5% to 0.005%    -   Bergamot Oil (CAS # 8000-75-8) Essential oil (invigorating and        refreshing) 5% to 0.005%    -   Grapefruit Oil (CAS # 8016-20-4) Essential oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance) 5% to 0.003%

The four additional ingredients in the exemplary additive solutionoutlined immediately above are dissolved in the foundational mixturedescribed prior in order to create a specially formulated aqueoussolution. The particular exemplary solution described thus far operatesto not only cool an individual when applied to his or her skin (mentholand alcohol), but also to moisturize the skin (glycerine), generate apleasant fragrance (Lemon Grass Oil, Citronella Oil, Bergamot Oil,Grapefruit Oil), and provide a degree of protection of insects (LemonGrass Oil, Citronella Oil).

Another aspect of embodiments of the present invention is the relativeease and safety of the application process whereby the speciallyformulized aqueous solution is transferred from the carrying agent tothe skin of the user. Such an aspect is particularly beneficial whenconsidered in light of the exemplary specially formulized aqueoussolution described above, which contains elements included as a resultof the insect repellent properties. More specifically, because thepresent invention affords the means to wipe insect repellent on the skinin a targeted fashion, these embodiments of the present invention avoidthe need to use c spray-based delivery systems. Advantageously, naturalingredients with insect repellent properties that are used by thepresent invention can be safely applied to the face in a careful,targeted manner, unlike spray or squirt-based applicators that can causeinsect repellent formulas to get into the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth.However, the various aqueous solutions may also be formulated forplacement into a spray bottle or other delivery mechanisms if sodesired.

Other exemplary mixtures of additive ingredients combined with thefoundational formula can create a specially formulated aqueous solutioncapable of treating a wide number of conditions or providing desirableeffects including, but not limited to, relief from hot flashes, relieffrom sweat flashes, mitigation of foul odor, cleansing and sanitizationof skin, changing of mood, and relief from stress. Further, variousembodiments of the present invention may employ aqueous solutioncombinations designed to relax, calm, invigorate, raise awareness,heighten focus, or combat fatigue. Various combinations of the speciallyformulated aqueous solution component of the present invention mayinclude any one, or a combination of, the elements listed below inaddition to the elements outlined in the exemplary formula above:

-   -   Peppermint Oil (CAS # 68917-18-0) Essential Oil (refreshing and        fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Tangerine Oil (CAS # 8008-31-9) Essential oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Lime Oil (CAS # 8008-26-2) Essential oil (refreshing, cleaning,        & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Eucalyptus Citriodora Oil (CAS # 8000-48-4) Essential Oil        (refreshing, winter time, and fragrance), 4% to 0.003%    -   Eucalyptus Chinese Oil (CAS # 68917-18-0 Essential Oil        (refreshing, winter time, and fragrance), 4% to 0.003%    -   Grapefruit Oil (CAS # 8016-20-4) Essential oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Lavender Oil (CAS# 008000-28-0) Essential oil (refreshing &        fragrance), 5% to 0.002%    -   Lemon Oil (CAS # 84929-31-7) Essential oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Orange Oil (CAS # 8028-48-6) Essential Oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Tea Tree Oil (CAS # 85085-48-9) Essential oil (refreshing,        invigorating & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Vanilla Oil Essential oil (CAS# 008024-06-4) (refreshing,        invigorating & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Green Tea Oil Essential oil (CAS# 999999-34-7) (refreshing,        invigorating & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Geranium Oil (CAS # 8000-46-2) Essential Oil (refreshing and        fragrance), 4% to 0.003%    -   Spearmint Oil (CAS # 8007-02-1) Essential oil (refreshing and        fragrance), 5% to 0.005%    -   Mandarin Oil (CAS # 8008-31-9) Essential oil (refreshing,        cleaning, & fragrance), 5% to 0.003%    -   Coconut oil monoglycerides, ethoxylated (CAS# 068553-03-7)        Synonyms: Glycerides, coco mono-, ethoxylated; Coconut oil        monoglycerides, ethoxylated, 5% to 0.003%    -   Coconut diethylamide (CAS # 068603-42-9) Synonyms: Coconut        diethylamide; Coconut diethanolamide (1); Aldanolamide; Amides,        coco, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl); Coconut oil acid diethanolamine,        5% to 0.003%    -   Coconut fatty acids (CAS# 061788-47-4) Synonyms: Acids, coconut;        Coco fatty acid; Coconut acid; Coconut fatty acids; Coconut oil        acids; Fatty acids, coco, 5% to 0.003%    -   Cocoamidopropylbetaine (CAS# 061789-40-0) Synonyms:        Cocoamidopropyl betaine; N-(Coco alkyl) amido propyl dimethyl        betaine; Coconut oil amidopropyl betaine; Quaternary ammonium        compounds, (carboxymethyl)-3-cocoamidopropyl) dimethyl,        hydroxides, inner salts; 1-Propanaminium,        3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-N-coco acyl derivs.,        inner salts, 5% to 0.003%    -   Cucumber extract (CAS# 089998-01-6) Synonyms: Cucumber extract;        Cucumis sativus extract, 5% to 0.003%    -   Vanilla oil/extract (CAS# 008024-06-4) Synonyms: Protovanol;        Oils, vanilla; Vanilla extract, 5% to 0.003%    -   Green tea (CAS# 999999-34-7), 5% to 0.003%    -   Lavender oil (CAS# 008000-28-0) Synonyms: Lavender oil;        Lavandula officinalis oil; Lavender flowers oil; Oil of        lavender; Oils, lavender, 5% to 0.003%    -   Coconut oil, diethanolamine condensate (Surfactant) (CAS#        008051-30-7) Synonyms: Surfactants (2); Coconut oil        diethanolamine condensate; Coconut oil, reaction products with        diethanolamine, 5% to 0.003%

Yet another embodiment of the present invention may include an aqueoussolution formulation that contains an ingredient with an associated SunProtection Factor (SPF) designed to protect a user's skin against UVAand UVB radiation. Because an advantage of the present invention is tocool the body when applied to the skin, it is logical that typical usersof the present invention may often be exposed to hot, sunny outdoorconditions. Advantageously, a formulation of the aqueous solutioncomponent of the present invention that contains an ingredient with anassociated SPF, in addition to the cooling agents, would provide anadded bonus of a much needed additional level of protection.

Turning now to the figures in which like references refer to likeelements throughout the several views, various aspects and embodimentsof the present invention are further described.

FIG. 1 is a three dimensional block diagram intended to represent anexploded view of the present invention in a typical embodiment. Asdescribed above, the specially formulized aqueous solution 10 is acombination of the previously outlined foundation mixture in conjunctionwith additional additives present for desired effects including, but notlimited to, insect repellent, SPF quality, and fragrance. The speciallyformulized aqueous solution 10 is applied to a carrying agent 20 untilthe carrying agent 20 reaches a point of saturation. Once saturated withthe specially formulized aqueous solution 10, the carrying agent 20 ishermetically sealed in a packaging solution 30 capable of preventing thespecially formulized aqueous solution 10 from evaporating out of thecarrying agent 20. In an exemplary embodiment, this packaging can be ofsuperior quality to ensure resistance against evaporation, introductionof bacteria and mold, and operates to provide an extended shelf life.The carrying agent 20 in the preferred embodiment depicted in the figuremay be a cloth-like structure constructed of any number of naturalfibers including, but not limited to, cellulose, cotton, bamboo, woodproducts, grass products, or even spray bottles, squeeze bottles, etc.Further, the carrying agent 20 may be of a nonwoven form, a knittedform, a woven form, or any other form known to those skilled in the artof cloth manufacture. It must be appreciated that depending upon theparticular formulation of the aqueous solution 10, the size of thecarrying agent 20, the material of construction for the carrying agent20 and other specific embodiment factors, the optimum carrying agent 20gram weight may vary. For example, the preferred range of cloth weightfor a woven carrying agent 20 made of cotton and used as a component inthe present invention is 22 to 55 grams for a one square foot cloth. Theideal weight, within that range, for the same carrying agent 20 would beroughly 30 grams +/−10%. To further the example, a carrying agent 20made of cotton that was of a knitted construction and measuring two anda quarter square feet ideally has a weight range of 70 to 85 grams.

Moving now to FIG. 2, the method of manufacture for the presentinvention is depicted via a block flow chart. As described prior,typical embodiments of the specially formulated aqueous solutions 10contain a foundational mixture containing a measure of purified water,polysorbate, 1-menthol, ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, a moisturizerand preservatives. The preparation 40 of the specially formulatedaqueous solution 10 entails combining the foundational mixture with atleast one of the essential oils or additives listed prior in thisspecification. Components in the foundational mixture serve as solventsfor the essential oils or additives and enable the creation of thehomogenous mixture that is the aqueous solution 10. Once the aqueoussolution 10 has been prepared 40, it is impregnated 50 into a fibrouscloth carrying agent 20 until the cloth is saturated with the solution10. After impregnation 50 of the carrying agent 20 is complete, theproduct is then sealed 60 in a waterproof package 30 that preventsevaporation of the aqueous solution 10. The presence of preservatives inthe foundational mixture of the aqueous solution 10 combined with thesealed, waterproof packaging 30 provide a means by which the product canbe stored for up to two years without degradation of quality. The methodis complete when the product is removed 70 from the packaging 30 andapplied to the user.

The present invention has been described using detailed descriptions ofembodiments thereof that are provided by way of example and are notintended to limit the scope of the invention. The described embodimentscomprise different features, not all of which are required in allembodiments of the invention. Some embodiments of the present inventionutilize only some of the features or possible combinations of thefeatures. Variations of embodiments of the present invention that aredescribed and embodiments of the present invention comprising differentcombinations of features noted in the described embodiments will occurto persons of the art.

Further, it will be appreciated by persons skilled in the art that thepresent invention is not limited by what has been particularly shown anddescribed herein above. Rather, the scope of the invention is defined bythe claims that follow.

1. An apparatus for providing treatment to a subject through thedelivery of a specially formulized aqueous solution, the apparatuscomprising: a specially formulized aqueous solution comprising a measureof purified water, polysorbate, 1-menthol, ethyl alcohol, isopropylalcohol, a moisturizer and preservatives; a carrying agent capable ofbeing impregnated with the specially formulized aqueous solution; apackage for holding the carrying agent impregnated with the aqueoussolution; whereby the carrying agent can be removed from the package andused to apply the specially formulized aqueous solution in treatment ofa subject.
 2. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the treatment is forcooling the subject and the specially formulized aqueous solutionfurther comprises measures of at least one of the following: 0.005% to4% L-Menthol (CAS# 89-78-1) by volume; 0.005% to 3% Ethyl Alcohol (CAS#64-17-5) by volume; 0.005% to 3% Isopropyl Alcohol (CAS# 200-661-7) byvolume.
 3. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein the treatment furtherprovides insect repellent properties and the specially formulizedaqueous solution further comprises measures of at least one of thefollowing: 0.005% to 5% Lemon Grass Oil (CAS# 8007-02-1) by volume;0.005% to 5% Citronella Oil (CAS# 8000-29-1) by volume.
 4. The apparatusof claim 2, wherein the specially formulized aqueous solution furtheremits a fragrance or has cleaning properties and further comprisesmeasures of at least one of the following: 0.005% to 5% Bergamot Oil(CAS# 8000-75-8) by volume; 0.003% to 4% Geranium Oil (CAS# 8000-46-2)by volume; 0.005% to 5% Spearmint Oil (CAS# 8007-02-1) by volume; 0.003%to 5% Mandarin Oil (CAS# 8008-31-9) by volume; 0.003% to 5% PeppermintOil (CAS# 68917-18-0) by volume; 0.003% to 5% Tangerine Oil (CAS#8008-31-9) by volume; 0.003% to 5% Lime Oil (CAS# 8008-26-2) by volume;0.003% to 4% Eucalyptus Oil (CAS# 8000-48-4) by volume; 0.003% to 4%Eucalyptus Chinese Oil (CAS# 68917-18-0) by volume; 0.003% to 5%Grapefruit Oil (CAS# 8016-20-4) by volume; 0.002% to 5% Lavender Oil(CAS# 8000-28-0) by volume; 0.003% to 5% Lemon Oil (CAS# 84929-31-7) byvolume; 0.003% to 5% Orange Oil (CAS# 8028-48-6) by volume; 0.003% to 5%Tea Tree Oil (CAS# 85085-48-9) by volume; 0.003% to 5% Vanilla Oil (CAS#8024-06-4) by volume; and 0.003% to 5% Green Tea Oil/extract (CAS#999999-34-7) by volume.
 5. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein thespecially formulized aqueous solution contains a skin moisturizer andfurther comprises measures of at least one of the following: 0.005% to3% chemical classified by CAS as either Glycerin or Glycerine by volume;0.003% to 5% coconut oil monoglycerides, ethoxylated (CAS# 068553-03-7)by volume; 0.003% to 5% coconut diethylamide (CAS # 068603-42-9) byvolume; 0.003% to 5% coconut fatty acids (CAS# 061788-47-4) by volume;and 0.005% to 5% Aloe (CAS# 8006-86-8 or CAS# 8001-97-6) by volume. 6.The apparatus of claim 2, wherein the useful life of the apparatus isprolonged by including within the specially formulized aqueous solution,a measure of at least one of the following preservatives: 0.002% to 2.5%Phenagon PDI (Phenoxyethanol+DMDM Hydantoin+Todoprophyl Butylcarbamat)by volume; 0.002% to 3% Phenonip(Phenoxyethanol+Methylparabens+Ethylparabens+Prophylparabens+Butylparabens)by volume.
 7. The apparatus of claim 2, wherein the specially formulizedaqueous solution contains an ingredient with an associated SunProtection Factor (SPF) designed to protect a user's skin against UVAand UVB radiation.
 8. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the carryingagent captures liquid through mechanical means.
 9. The apparatus ofclaim 1, wherein the carrying agent is capable of being interwoven witha label.
 10. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the carrying agent iscapable of receiving an embroidered label.
 11. The apparatus of claim 1,wherein the carrying agent is capable of being dyed without inhibitingits ability to capture a formulized aqueous solution.
 12. The apparatusof claim 1, wherein the carrying agent is recyclable.
 13. The apparatusof claim 1, wherein the carrying agent is constructed from a nonwovenmaterial.
 14. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the carrying agent isconstructed from a natural fiber source.
 15. The apparatus of claim 1,wherein the specially formulized aqueous solution contains a basemixture comprised of the following: 70% to 95% purified water; 0.005% to3% Polysorbate 20; 0.005% to 4% L-Menthol; 0.005% to 3% Ethyl Alcohol;0.005% to 3% Isoprophyl Alcohol; 0.005% to 1.5% Peg-6 CaprylicGlycerides; 0.005% to 3% Glycerine; and 0.002% to 3% Phenagon PDI orPhenonip.
 16. The apparatus of claim 1, wherein the packaging componentallows for the apparatus to be microwaved prior to the carrying agentbeing removed from the package.
 17. The apparatus of claim 1, whereinthe packaging component allows for the apparatus to be chilled or frozenprior to the carrying agent being removed from the package.
 18. A methodfor providing a refreshing treatment to a subject through theapplication of a specially formulated aqueous solution, the methodcomprising the steps of: preparing a specially formulated aqueoussolution by combining a measure of water, polysorbate 20, 1-menthol,ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, peg-6 caprylic glycerides, amoisturizer and preservatives; impregnating a fibrous cloth with thespecially formulated aqueous solution; and sealing the impregnatedfibrous cloth in a water-impervious package, whereby the impregnatedfibrous cloth can be removed from the water-impervious package at alater date to apply the specially formulated aqueous solution to asubject.
 19. The method of claim 18, wherein the preparation of thespecially formulated aqueous solution includes the addition of at leastone essential oil.